1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1977 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 937 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
