1995 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 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 F512 M (500 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F512 M | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
