1990 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1990 BMW 520.
Because 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 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 | 1542 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
