2007 BMW 328 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 26 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
