2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 852 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranger | 450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
