1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 259 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 1500 | CL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
