1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 308 | 1978 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Granada |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |