2008 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Granada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |