1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1992 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1992 Mercury Villager is newer by 30 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 11 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Because 1962 BMW 3200 CS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1992 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 3200 CS | Villager |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
