2009 BMW 520 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 520 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
