1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1971 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | X5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2934 mm |
