1975 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
