1994 BMW 740 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 158 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
