1983 BMW 525 vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |