2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1980 Ford Granada

To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.

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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari 360 1980 Ford Granada
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 360 Granada
Year Released 2003 1980
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 4186 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 263 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2800 mm


 

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