1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 10 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
