1979 BMW 633 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 633. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 633 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
