1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1962 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 1 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 130 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1962 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |