2005 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
