1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari F40 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F40 | Escort |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 41 L |