1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Granada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
