1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 BMW 730
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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1997 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | 730 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
