1973 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 485 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Maverick (160 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
