2005 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
