1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1991 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1991 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
