1974 Ford Granada vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 BMW 318.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 318 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |