1957 Maserati 350S vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 677 kg more than 1957 Maserati 350S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 350S | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 350S | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3193 mm |
