2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 107 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Taurus X | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
