1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Maverick | 118 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |