1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | X6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2932 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |