2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 612 | Granada |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |