2001 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
