1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang 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 500 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3200 CS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
