1995 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide

To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 900 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Escort 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
Make Ford Aston Martin
Model Escort Rapide
Year Released 1995 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 5019 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1280 mm


 

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