2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 42 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Rossa | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
