1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1408 mm |
