2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 749 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
