1976 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 859 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2010 Ferrari California | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Escort | California |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |