1992 BMW 332 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
