2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1997 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
