2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 19 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Granada |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |