1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranger | 151 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
