2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
