2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 754 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Taunus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2640 mm |