1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1962 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1962 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Eagle | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
