1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 5,598 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1995 BMW Dinan 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 1995 BMW Dinan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (976 Nm) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Dinan | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5598 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 976 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
