2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 44 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Brilliance | BMW |
| Model | BS4 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
