2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 613 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Taurus X | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |