2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 2045 kg more than 1957 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1957 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 31 L |