2009 BMW 135 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 37 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, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 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 319 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
