2001 BMW 735 vs. 1991 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 513 kg more than 1991 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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1991 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
