2005 BMW X3 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
