1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 576 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 3200 CS | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |