1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
