1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 77 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208. 2006 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 84 L |
