1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 64 L |
