2008 BMW 635 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 BMW 635 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 635 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1984 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2008 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 635 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 635 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
