1956 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 461 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 507 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |