1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sidewinder | Taunus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |