1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Escort |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |