2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Taunus 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 1977 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Brilliance | Ford |
| Model | BS4 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
