1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 3 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 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 35 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | Granada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2791 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
