1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1971 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 BMW 2.8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1971 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2.8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
