1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. 2009 Land Rover LR3 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. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1962 BMW 3200 CS 2009 Land Rover LR3
Make BMW Land Rover
Model 3200 CS LR3
Year Released 1962 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3169 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 195 km/hour 199 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors