1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 41 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 113 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life 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. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 3200 CS | Life |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |