1995 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M3. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
