1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
