1989 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Granada | 320 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 57 L |