1999 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 730 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |