1986 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
