1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |