1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 337 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Escape |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
