1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Firebird | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5792 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |