1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V.
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, 2001 Honda CR-V, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3200 CS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
