2007 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Granada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |