2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
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, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Superamerica | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
