1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 38 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW 760 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 760 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |