1963 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 BMW 3200 CS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 3200 CS | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 3200 CS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
