1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 414 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 3200 CS | Ram |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
