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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 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. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 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 | 2791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |