1989 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 24 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 11 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 107 kg more than 1989 BMW 750.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |