1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 37 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 31 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 3200 CS | S-MX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |