2000 Ford Artic vs. 1963 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 37 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 338 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.
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 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1963 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Artic | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
