1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 16 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 318 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.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |