1992 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 202 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
