1983 Ford Capri vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1983 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Capri | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Capri | 740 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3071 mm |