1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2900 mm |
