1974 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Granada |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |