1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 157 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | 128 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
