1979 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |