1989 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 693 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 1989 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1800 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
