1976 Ford Granada vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 120 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 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 |