2006 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
