1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 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 90 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 3200 CS | 131 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |