1959 BMW 700 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 564 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 700 | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |