1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Maverick | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | M3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2761 mm |
