1977 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 905 kg more than 1977 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 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taunus | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |
