2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
