2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Taunus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2590 mm |