1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1964 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1964 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1964 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 407 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
