1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 26 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 375 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.
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, 1976 Ford Taunus (91 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 107 L |
