2008 BMW 116 vs. 1975 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Maverick weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 1975 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1975 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
