2000 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
