1988 BMW 524 vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 524 | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
