1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
