1994 BMW 520 vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
