1996 BMW 316 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 BMW 316. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |