1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2800 mm |
