1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 108 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
