1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 355 Spider | Granada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
