1985 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1985 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Taurus | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | X5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
