2002 BMW 332 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
