2004 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Granada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |