1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | 740 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1481 mm |
