2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 21 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 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 456M | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 456M | Granada |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |