1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ford Maverick (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | 316 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
