2006 BMW 760 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 760 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |