1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1986 Ferrari 412 GT and 1986 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 281 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 975 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 412 GT | Escort |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |