2003 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 31 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, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |