2008 BMW 545 vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
