1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 52 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1858 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Escape |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |