2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 36 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), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 560 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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Enzo | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Enzo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 805 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 | 110 L | 41 L |
