2007 BMW 118 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 21 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 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
