1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 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 |
