1959 BMW 700 vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1985 Ford Granada (119 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1593 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2780 mm |
