2009 BMW 650 vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |