1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |