1979 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | M5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |