1977 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 649 kg more than 1977 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 2066 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
