1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
