2012 Ford Flex vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 996 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Flex | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Flex | Capri |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2570 mm |
