1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 18 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ranger | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |