1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 351 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
