1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 15 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. Both 1968 BMW 2002 and 1983 Ford Granada are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 274 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 1983 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
