1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 34 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 26 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Frontera | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |