1995 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
