2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
