1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 37 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 2011 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Granada | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
