1994 BMW 750 vs. 1962 Ford Capri
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1962 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 750 | 1962 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
