1997 BMW 316 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 316 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
