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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
