2009 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
