1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 TR | Granada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5769 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1615 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 |
