1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 222 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTE | Escape |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |
