1992 BMW 332 vs. 1982 Ford Capri
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1982 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
