1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taunus | S60 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |
