2006 BMW 323 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 323 (175 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri.
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, 2006 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 323 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 323 | Capri |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1593 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 117 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |