1986 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 232 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.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Granada | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |