1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 is newer by 14 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 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 56 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 3200 CS | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
