2004 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Granada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |