Cees, Taurus slows down quicker than Orion or Perigee because of the fat wing, not anything to do with 'tailcones'. Slimmer wing, less drag, but you know that. A trike Orion lands with exactly the same attitude as a tailwheel Orion, the only difference being when it slows a bit and the nose drops, not the tail. Given the poor throttles and higher idle RPM's of the older engines, it's little wonder that speed control was important 'back in the day'. There is much more, but then you just know your theories are right. But we all enjoy our hobby anyway, and practising landings with Orion so there is no bounce is lots of fun, no matter what the wind.
Evan, WB #12.