1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 778 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
