2005 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
