1992 Ford Granada vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 385 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. 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, 1992 Ford Granada (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | 356 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
