2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 518 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | GT 40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 125 L |