2000 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
