1986 Ford Granada vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | M1 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |