2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 42 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
