1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 465 more horse power than 1996 Ford Taurus. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
Because 2012 Pagani Huayra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Pagani Huayra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Taurus. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Taurus. 1996 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Taurus | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Taurus | Huayra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 740 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2795 mm |