1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 913 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
