2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taurus X | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
