1975 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1975 BMW 520 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 1975 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
