1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |