2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 238 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranger | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
