1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Ford Granada

To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 345 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 1990 Ford Granada
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 250 GT Granada
Year Released 1958 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 92 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 204 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2770 mm


 

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