1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 40 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 76 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 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 (262 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
