1977 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 671 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2009 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Granada | CCX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
