1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
