2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 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 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1972 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |