2004 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Capri |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |