1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1963 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 375 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1400 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
