1964 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 306 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1964 BMW 700 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 700 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |