1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 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 750 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Granada | 750 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3071 mm |
