2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
