1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 40 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 157 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranchero | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
