1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 120 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |