1981 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 745 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 1981 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
