1962 Ford Capri vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 572 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Capri | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
