2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 434 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Enzo | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 651 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 658 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1305 kg | 871 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |