1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3200 CS | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
