1996 BMW 725 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 10 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 725 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
