2007 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 110.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
