1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 215 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 128 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |