2003 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Granada |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |