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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 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 42 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 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 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 | 2994 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
