1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 47 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 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 174 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 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 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3200 CS | 125 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
