2005 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 26 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 60 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 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 |
