1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1991 Ford Granada

To start off, 1991 Ford Granada is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Granada weights approximately 742 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1991 Ford Granada (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1991 Ford Granada
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 500 Testarossa Granada
Year Released 1960 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 2935 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 187 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2710 mm


 

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