2006 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
