2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 44 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 154 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 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 | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |