1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT 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 137 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Escape, 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) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 412 GT | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 61 L |
