1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 239 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3200 CS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
