1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
