1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 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 7 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 3200 CS | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
