1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Granada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |