1961 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 447 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 78 L |
