2005 Ford GT vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 544 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
