2005 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
