1998 BMW 728 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 728 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
