2001 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
