2007 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 29 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1978 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
