2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1990 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Granada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.1:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |