1981 Ford Capri vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Capri | Z4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |