2006 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 9 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
