1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2000 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 38 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 240 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 2000 Bristol Blenheim 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. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2000 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 3200 CS | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |