2008 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4092 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
