1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 377 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
