2007 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 10 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |