1999 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 540 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
