2007 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
