1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 628 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Gran Torino | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |