1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1986 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3.3 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 116 L |
