2007 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1970 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1103 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |