2001 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 689 kg more than 1969 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 M3 (355 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
