1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 75 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
