1972 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 139 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | 968 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
