2001 BMW 318 vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
