1986 BMW 735 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
