2003 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
