1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 41 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 332 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2000 Ford Escape 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. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
