1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 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 71 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3200 CS | 929 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
