1972 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 685 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Ranger |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |