2008 BMW 130 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
