1971 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 284 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3198 mm |
