1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 246 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1502 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
