1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Capri | 325 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
