2008 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Ranchero |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 110.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |