2007 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2007 BMW M6 and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW M6 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 2007 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M6 2007 Ford Focus
Make BMW Ford
Model M6 Focus
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 76.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 249 km/hour 171 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L