1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |