1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 520 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Maverick | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Maverick | 328 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2761 mm |