1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1991 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 39 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 174 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 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, 1991 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1991 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Escort |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
