1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 138 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 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
