1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
