2008 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 30 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1978 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | Capri |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |