1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 715 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 64 L |
