1995 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |