2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
