2007 BMW M6 vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |