1985 BMW 324 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 324 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
