1973 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 48 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
