1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 39 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 539 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, 2004 Ford Escape, 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) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | Escape |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 61 L |