1995 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Because 1995 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
