1978 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 996 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1254 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Ford | Zenvo |
| Model | Capri | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3055 mm |
