1958 BMW 503 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada.
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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 503 | Granada |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |