1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 935 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
