2000 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 599 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
