1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Granada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |