1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 162 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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 Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
