1988 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 BMW 520. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Focus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |