1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3200 CS | Colt |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |