1974 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
