1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 367 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 288 GTO | Escape |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 57 L |