1992 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 341 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
