1999 BMW 529 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 529 | Granada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |