1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 524 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |