1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
