1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 1998 BMW Pickster 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 1998 BMW Pickster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Pickster | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
