1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
