2009 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
