1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 44 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 138 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranchero | 525 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2968 mm |