2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
