1981 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
