2002 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 BMW 330 (237 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
