1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 447 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1323 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
