2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F430 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 74 L |