1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 82 L |
