2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 336 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus. 2012 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
