2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 36 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | FPV BF GT | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
