1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 31 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 666 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3200 CS | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
