1981 Ford Capri vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 450 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Capri | M3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |