1982 Ford Granada vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 27 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 2009 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Granada | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
