1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 368 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1976 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Granada |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |