2008 BMW 630 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
