1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2008 BMW 528
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 46 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, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
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, 2008 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 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 | 2008 BMW 528 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 3200 CS | 528 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
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 | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |