1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Taurus | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | 530 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |