2009 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1970 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
