2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranger | Mexico |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2650 mm |
