2007 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
