2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1973 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
