1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 294 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | Escape |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 62 L |