1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. 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 81 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Comodoro | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
