1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
Model | GT | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |