1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Maranello | Granada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |