1979 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |