1982 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 82 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Granada | 3500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |