2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1958 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1958 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |