2009 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1971 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1971 Ford Capri | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |