2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Brilliance | Ford |
| Model | BS4 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
