2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
