1975 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 120 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |