1985 BMW M5 vs. 1962 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1962 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 1962 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
