1974 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 35 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 923 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Granada | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
