2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 265 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranger | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
