1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 246 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1972 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 246 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
