1974 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Granada | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
