1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 506 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 330GT 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 330GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 330GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
