1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
