2008 BMW 750 vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1985 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1985 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | Granada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |