1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |