1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1060 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2895 mm |
