1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Escort weights approximately 137 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |
