1992 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 6 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Granada |
Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |