2000 BMW 328 vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 578 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 328 (279 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
