1998 BMW M vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 21 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M | Granada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
