1984 Ford Granada vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Granada | Indy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
