1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 107 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTB | Escort |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
