1956 BMW 507 vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 216 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 1956 BMW 507 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 1956 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
