1981 Ford Granada vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Granada | 151 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
