1980 BMW M1 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 BMW M1 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 1980 BMW M1. 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M1 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
