1996 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 86 kg more than 1996 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 745. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 745 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |