2003 BMW 645 vs. 1989 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1989 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 116 L |
