1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 283 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Because 1995 Ferrari F355 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 1995 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
