1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 32 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 258 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.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Ford Granada | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |