1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400.
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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 80 L |