1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 986 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 3200 CS | Discovery |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |