1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 49 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 1962 BMW 3200 CS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 3200 CS | 408 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
