2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri. 1986 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
