1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 592 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | GTO | Escape |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
