1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1976 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1976 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 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, 1976 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1976 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
