1981 Ford Capri vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 30 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 165 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Capri | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |