1992 BMW 325 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 28 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 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 170 kg more than 1992 BMW 325.
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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| 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 | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
