2005 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
