1973 BMW 3 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
