1972 BMW Touring vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1983 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Capri |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
