1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 45 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranchero | X5 M |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1764 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2933 mm |