2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | TrailBlazer | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |