1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
