1983 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Granada | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
