1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 35 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 190 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 355 Spider | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |