1972 Ford Granada vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 2000 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 730 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |