2008 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1970 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 X5 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1970 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Capri |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.4 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1103 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |