1990 BMW M3 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 332 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3152 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
