1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 45 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3200 CS | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
