1988 BMW 535 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 2 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 120 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 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
