1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
