1978 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 640 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |