2007 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 2007 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |