1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1975 Ferrari 208 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 1975 Ferrari 208. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 208 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.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Escape |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |