1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | 335 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
