2009 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 31 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
