1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 405 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Maverick | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Maverick | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |