2007 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1989 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |