2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 504 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
