2001 BMW 745 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
