2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
