1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Capri |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |