1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 193 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Granada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
