1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 205 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 3200 CS | Cayman |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2415 mm |