1988 BMW 535 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
