2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 607 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 430 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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Enzo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 60 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
