2006 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 20 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 605 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 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
