2005 Infiniti M vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 291 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1965 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1965 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | M | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
