1984 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |