2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 44 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 702 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1964 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1964 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Avalanche | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |