2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2000 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ranger | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
