2005 BMW M6 vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1976 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
