1970 Ford Capri vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Capri | X3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
