1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1971 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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, 1971 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1971 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
