1996 BMW 735 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |
