1963 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 441 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. 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 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 700 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |