1978 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 BMW 730.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
