1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari F40 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 1988 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
