2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 895 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
