1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
