2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 122 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 912 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2280 mm |
