1990 Ford Granada vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 1990 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Granada | 335 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
