1992 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
