2007 BMW M vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |