1963 BMW 502 vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 152 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 502 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
