1971 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 141 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Focus |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |