1981 Ford Granada vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 110 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 Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | Z4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2497 mm |