1974 Ford Granada vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 39 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 285 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | M5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2889 mm |