1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2.8 | 332 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3152 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
