1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 50 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, 2012 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon 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 166 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
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, 2012 Seat Leon, 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, 2012 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon 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 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 3200 CS | Leon |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |