2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 31 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), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
