1981 Ford Granada vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 740 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3211 mm |