1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 500 Superfast (475 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Escape |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
