1991 Alpina B vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 288 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B | Granada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
