2007 BMW 328 vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 94 L |
