1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 197 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
