1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |