1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taunus | 525 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
