1977 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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 Ford Granada (197 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
