1996 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
