1981 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 401 kg more than 1981 BMW 525.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |