1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Granada | 612 Scaglietti |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 532 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4902 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1956 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1344 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2949 mm |