1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 15 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 418 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F50 | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 216 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |