1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, 1976 Ford Granada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 474 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1976 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
