1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 198 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1978 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |