2009 BMW 120 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 25 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 155 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
