1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 487 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
