1986 Ford Capri vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 273 kg more than 1986 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 1 Series (271 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Capri | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| 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 | 1182 kg | 1455 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
