1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 456 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
