1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 BB | Granada |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2292 cc |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |