1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 TR | Escort |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |