1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 25 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Because 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 340 Mexico | Escort |
Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |