2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 40 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 694 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Envoy | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
