1992 BMW 520 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 20 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 526 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
