1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1975 Ford Granada

To start off, 1975 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 1975 Ford Granada
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 250 GT Granada
Year Released 1957 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 3272 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 197 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2800 mm


 

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