2009 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 346 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |