1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Taunus | M12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
