1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC 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 123 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 3200 CS | tC |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |