1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 324 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 M | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2551 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
