1977 Ford Granada vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 120 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |