1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Escort |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |