1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus. 1998 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Ford Taurus | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taurus | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |