1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 918 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
