1981 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
