2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 36 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 BMW 3200 CS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Almera | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 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 | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
