1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 235 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | Escort |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |