1991 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada.
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 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 520 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |