1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 37 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 630 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taunus | G |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
