1969 Ford Capri vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 541 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, 2011 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Capri | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |
