2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 22 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 25 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | Granada |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |