1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
