1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1978 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 939 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |