2007 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2011 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus. 2011 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
