1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3200 CS | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
