1988 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 126 kg more than 1988 BMW 535.
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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |