2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 760 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 2010 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2010 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taurus | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
