2000 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 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, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 320 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 320 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
