1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 355 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.
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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3200 CS | Raider |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
