1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2006 Ford Ranger

To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.

Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ferrari 365 GT 2006 Ford Ranger
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 365 GT Ranger
Year Released 1970 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4388 cc 2983 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 363 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 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 Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 64 L


 

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