1974 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Granada | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
