1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 21 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 10 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 3200 CS | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
