1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 42 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2004 Toyota Previa 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. 2004 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3200 CS | Previa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
