1982 Ford Granada vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 2002 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | Z3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |