2007 BMW 523 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 523 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
