1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1997 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.
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1997 Ford Ranger | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Ranger | 599 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 611 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |