1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 543 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Escape |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 59 L |
