1971 BMW Touring vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 86 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Capri |
Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |