1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Maverick | 325 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |