1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1993 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 441 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari Testarossa 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 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort, 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 Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1993 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
