1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
