1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 67 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
