2009 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 308 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 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 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
