1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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 (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | 316 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
