1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | 964 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
