1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 16 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3200 CS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
