1961 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 2196 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |
