2007 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1972 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
