1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
