1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 23 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |