1986 Ford Granada vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 27 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 314 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.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 61 L |