2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1979 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
