2008 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1969 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Ranchero |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |