1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo 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 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 524 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 675 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 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
