2003 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
