1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 43 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
