1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 40 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Escape |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |