2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
