1959 BMW 507 vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 154 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 507 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1404 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 |