2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
