1972 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 152 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (183 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
