2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 360 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 2000 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
