1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1992 Ford Granada

To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ferrari F355 1992 Ford Granada
Make Ferrari Ford
Model F355 Granada
Year Released 1998 1992
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 376 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L


 

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