1990 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Granada | 599 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |