1997 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
