1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Ford Escort | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Escort | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |