1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranchero | X6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2934 mm |
