1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1963 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 680 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia.
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:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Appia | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
