1998 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
