1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, both 1964 Autobianchi Primula and 1964 BMW 3200 CS were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 702 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (95 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Primula | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
