1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Escape |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 257 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |