2009 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
