1988 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 24 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1992 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Granada |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |