1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 355 Spider | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
