1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
