1998 BMW 728 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728.
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 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 728 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 728 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |