1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | X6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
