1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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 400 (393 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 45 L |
