1990 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 850 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 82 L |