2005 BMW 750 vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
