2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 46 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Croma | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
