1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Ranchero | Roadster |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |