1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taunus | 320 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |