2009 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada.
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 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1992 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
