1987 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 753 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
