1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 594 kg more than 1960 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
