2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 37 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 579 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.
Because 2005 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 40 L |
