1985 BMW 324 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 324 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
