2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 1990 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Granada |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.1:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |