1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1963 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 815 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1963 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
