2003 BMW 545 vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |