1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 72 kg more than 1995 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
