1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 474 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 66 L |
