1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 1990 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
