1972 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 239 kg more than 1972 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Granada | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
