2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
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 Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Rossa | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |