As far as single-aisle comparison is required, I believe the answer is hidden under the fact that A has brake temperature indicators, thus enabling pilots to take care of their brakes, whereas B does not. If temperature for any reasons went over certain "comfort" limit, pilots are required/choose to keep the gear down. Had 737 been equipped with temp. sensors and 32S not, the thread name would be "Boeing brake problems?". Needless to say, if my assumption is correct, the operational behaviour observed really is type (manufacturer) specific.
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