2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1979 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1979 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 94 L |
