1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
