2004 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
