1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| 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 | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
