2008 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 11 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
