2003 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 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 224 kg more than 2003 BMW 730.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
