1997 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW Z3 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 74 L |