1974 BMW Touring vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 5 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 14 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Capri |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
