1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 895 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 X6 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 X6 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2013 BMW X6 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 X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | X6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2933 mm |