2003 BMW 545 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1986 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
