1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1962 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3200 CS | 220 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |