1963 BMW 3200 CS vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 50 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 3200 CS | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 3200 CS | S80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2835 mm |
