2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |