1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 38 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 855 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick. 2012 BMW 750 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. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Maverick | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Maverick | 750 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |