1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1991 Ford Granada

To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 148 kg more than 1991 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada. 1991 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari 512 TR 1991 Ford Granada
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 512 TR Granada
Year Released 1996 1991
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2935 cc
Horse Power 422 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2710 mm


 

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