2009 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |