2006 BMW 750 vs. 1982 Ford Granada

To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 750 1982 Ford Granada
Make BMW Ford
Model 750 Granada
Year Released 2006 1982
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 362 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2780 mm


 

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