1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTS | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
