1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 3200 CS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |