1981 Ford Granada vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Granada | F1 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |