1979 BMW 728 vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 BMW 728.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 728. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 728 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
