1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 37 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taunus | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |